Had little to do beyond saving from Marcus Tavernier after Britt Assombalonga had found him in the middle. Needs to improve the speed of his distribution. 6

Luke Ayling

Given some initial problems by Tavernier and Braithwaite's movement around Leeds' back four but grew into the game and had the confidence to get forward frequently. 6

Pontus Jansson

Brilliant first-half display from the Swede who kept Britt Assombalonga and Martin Braithwaite quiet throughout the opening 45 minutes. His challenge on Marcus Tavernier and subsequent reaction drew plenty of applause but was booked. 8

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Looked assured next to the impressive Jansson and did not put a foot wrong in the first half. Coped with the pace of Assombalonga comfortably. 7

Gaetano Berardi

Probably the weakest link in the back four for Leeds throughout the first half and Downing was given too much space wide on the touchline. But stuck to his task and backed Hernandez up with some useful overlapping runs. 6

Ronaldo Vieira

Sometimes guilty of losing Braithwaite but on the whole a solid first-half display. He used the ball intelligently and freed Phillips and Saiz to work their magic further upfield. 7

The moment Pablo Hernandez put Leeds United 1-0 up on Middlesbrough

Kalvin Phillips

Looked at home alongside Vieira in a two in midfield and made his presence felt. Tidy in possession but also showed his combative side in the challenge. 8

Ezgjan Alioski

Fantastic first-half performance which was capped with an excellent assist for the opener. Toyed with George Friend at times and drew several fouls after taunting the Boro defence. 8

Samuel Saiz

Just a class act. Weaved the play for his team and never shied from receiving the ball in threatening areas. Middlesbrough's midfield didn't know what to do with him. 8

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Timed his run to perfection to give Leeds a richly-deserved lead and was effective on the left flank throughout. Also showed his diligence to work back and win the ball after Berardi had been caught napping. Neat and tidy on the ball as ever. 8

Kemar Roofe

Started well but faded badly as the half wore on. His movement stretched the Boro defence and he gave more than Lasoggga did in 45 minutes at Brentford. Some selfless running helped Leeds. 6